Mainline in regression-fix only mode

Mark Mitchell mark@codesourcery.com
Mon Nov 29 20:04:00 GMT 2004


Bernd Schmidt wrote:
> Mark Mitchell wrote:
> 
>> This message is a reminder that the mainline is now in regression-fix 
>> only mode.
>>
>> That means that (aside from documentation) no new features or cleanups 
>> should be committed, unless that's part of fixing a regression.
> 
> 
> Will this rule remain until 4.0 is released?  

No, but it will likely remain until 4.0 is branched.  I'd consider 
reopening for another round of general bug-fixing, if, and only if, we 
get the regressions locked down quickly.

> Does this apply to new ports as well?

No, you can still add a new port, so long as it doesn't touch anything else.

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